Experts warn against choosing courses based on trends Last updated: May 15, 2026 | 12:21 Mustafa Alhariri, Director - Career Services and Outreach, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai; Nidhi Sehgal, Head of School – Business and Humanities, Curtin University Dubai; Arindam Banerjee, Director, Master of Applied Finance & Wealth Management, SP Jain School of Global Management Dubai; and Amir Zeid, Dean, Thumbay College of Management and AI in Healthcare, Gulf Medical University, speaking at Edufair in Dubai Virendra Saklani/ Gulf News While early academic choices can shape career pathways, educators at a panel during Edufair Dubai said subject selection alone does not determine long-term success. Speakers stressed the need for students to build practical skills, gain industry exposure and develop independent thinking alongside academics, urging students and parents to focus on adaptability and personal growth rather than chasing courses based solely on market trends.…